Salary: $75,289.74/annual minimum
Firefighter - June 1, 2024, Civil Service Entrance Exam
When: Saturday, June 1, 2024
Time: 9:00 A.M. (CST) Exam is 3 hours.
Location: Poteet High School, 3300 Poteet Dr., Mesquite, TX 75150
Deadline to apply: Friday, May 17, 2024, at 4:00 P.M. (CST)
Deadline to submit required documents: Friday, May 24, 2024, at 5:00 P.M. (CST)
(We only accept OFFICIAL college transcripts and DD214 if applicable)
Only those candidates passing the minimum qualifications and supplemental questions on the online application will receive an email from the Human Resources Department with further instructions about the deadline date to submit the following required documents:
OFFICIAL transcripts from the college/university delivered by the school via secured E-script (email) or in a sealed envelope.
Military DD214 showing active military service with an honorable discharge member 4 copy (only if applicable)
The above required documents are needed in order to reserve a seat for the exam. It is the responsibility of the applicant to submit a complete online application and required documents on or before the deadline date of 05/24/2024.
2024 Study Guide - Please click here to download a FREE study guide.
Physical Ability Test (PAT) Information:
Applicants will be invited to take the PAT as hiring needs dictate, with notice provided at least two weeks in advance. More information will be provided at the written exam.
PAT location: 215 Holley Park Dr, Mesquite, TX 75149
Physical Ability Video & Candidate Orientation Guide: http://www.cityofmesquite.com/MFDJobs
Lateral Transfer Program for Certified Firefighter-Paramedics
Ranks above firefighter are not eligible for lateral transfer.
Lateral applicants:
-Shall successfully complete each step in the Fire Department Civil Service hiring process in the same manner as any other applicant, and have satisfactorily completed all entry-level testing, examination, background investigation, and reviews required for original appointment.
-Must have a current Texas Commission on Fire Protection Basic “Structural Firefighter” certification and a Texas Department of State Health Services EMT-Paramedic certification/license.
-Must have at least one (1) year of service as a paid, full-time certified firefighter and paramedic.
-Must have been employed as a firefighter and paramedic within the past 12-months prior to the date of the application to the Mesquite Fire Department and must have left their agency in good standing.
-Must successfully complete a probationary period of twelve (12) months beginning on the date of employment as a Mesquite Fire Department Firefighter. The probationary period may be extended to eighteen (18) months if deemed necessary by the Fire Chief for the completion of additional training, education or experience required of similarly situated firefighters.
-Must not have been dismissed or absent from public service for any misconduct, including unauthorized absence from duty, during the 5-year period prior to the date of entry examination.
-Must be able to fully account for all periods of unemployment.
-Must have received an honorable discharge from military service, if applicable.
-Must be approved by the Fire Chief to participate in the Lateral Entry Program at his/her sole discretion.
To perform a wide variety of technical tasks in support of fire suppression, rescue, hazardous materials, emergency medical and prevention functions.
SUPERVISION
Supervision is provided by either a Fire Lieutenant, Fire Captain and in some cases a Chief Officer.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Minimum requirements are those required by the Texas Local Government Code, City Civil Service Regulations, City of Mesquite Policy and Procedures, and/or Mesquite Fire Department Rules and Regulations.
To become a Mesquite Firefighter, you must be:
EDUCATION
High School Diploma or GED supplemented by successful completion of 30 credit hours of general coursework at an accredited college or university* in any subject, provided the calculation of hours successfully completed shall not include any remedial courses or course grades below "C"
OR
High School Diploma or GED and have completed two (2) years of active military service with an honorable discharge.
*An accredited college or university must be accredited by one of the following agencies:
Coursework from a foreign college or university will also be accepted after being reviewed by an agency that is certified by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) to determine the course taken, credit received, and letter grade earned.
College Credit Requirements
EXPERIENCE
None required.
Incumbents must qualify for appointment and successfully complete basic certification as a firefighter by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection as well as certification as an Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic by the Texas Department of State Health Services.
RANK LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES
NFPA 1582
Must meet NFPA 1582, Standard on Comprehensive Occupational Medical Program for Fire Departments, upon initial employment and in situations where fitness for duty is questioned.